A college level course designed to provide a foundation for more advanced university courses in biology and related sciences. Topics include molecular and cell biology, genetics, diversity of organisms, plant biology, animal physiology and behavior, ecology and evolution. Students should be prepared to spend extra time both in and outside the laboratory on collection and research. The program is conducted in conjunction with the University of Connecticut which grants eight college credits to a student who successfully completes the program with a minimum grade of C. By taking the advanced placement exam students may be awarded either college credit or advanced placement depending upon the individual college involved. Upon successful completion of this course, students may receive 8 college credits for UConn’s Fall BIOL1107/Spring BIOL1108 course.